Maintenance Specialist II

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Date:
Jan 2, 2026.

Location:

DENTON, TX. Functional

Title:

Maintenance Specialist II.

Job Title:

Maintenance Specialist II. Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm. Department:
Plant Maintenance. Posting Number: 11793. Closing Date: 02/02/2026. Posting Audience:
Internal and External. Occupational Category:
Installation, Repair, and Maintenance. Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13. Salary Range: $2,953.25 - $4,365.66. Pay Frequency:
Monthly.

Shift: Day. Additional

Shift: Days (First). Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework. Travel:
Up to 5%. Regular/Temporary:
Regular. Full Time/Part Time:
Full time. FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt. Facility

Location:

Denton State Supported Living Center. Job Location City: DENTON. Job Location Address: 3980 STATE SCHOOL RD. Other Locations:
Denton. MOS Codes: ,,1371,12C,12G,12N,12V,12W,3E2X1,3E3X1,3E4X1,3E4X3,914A,91C,91E,91J,91L,AB,AN,BM BOSN,BU,CM,CN,DC,ENG,EO,FN,HT,MAT,MK,SN,SW.

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers.

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. May serve in an on‑call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.

Performs inspections, adjustments, maintenance and repair work on building systems in accordance with recognized codes and standards for various trades such as plumbing, HVAC, welding, carpentry, painting and electrical. Uses hand tools or equipment while performing repairs or inspections. Follows directions in performance of duties.

Performs repairs and renovations to modernize a building, building system or adapt it to new uses. Identifies necessary information such as time required to perform repair/renovation and physical location of necessary repair/renovation. Uses hand tools, power tools, test and safety equipment as necessary to perform needed repairs/renovations/installations. Accurately processes and maintains records on work orders, projects and material requisitions. May operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, forklifts, etc.

as necessary. May train others on the proper procedures and methods for repairs or inspections. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or COOP activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge of building maintenance, plumbing, HVAC, sanitation, refrigeration, and/or electrical systems.

Knowledge of industrial safety, fire and safety regulations.

Skill in preventive maintenance, inspections of buildings and building systems.

Skill in the use of hand tools, power tools and equipment.

Ability to perform maintenance, to follow instructions, and to interpret drawings, schematics, or sketches.

Ability to communicate effectively orally or in writing with other members of the maintenance/facility team.

Must possess valid Texas driver’s license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out‑of‑state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

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